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Solar Tech CalSEIA Summit Welcomes Boots on the Roof Solar Training Program
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger joined solar industry leaders as they teamed up with the California Solar Energy Industries Association at eBay's corporate offices in San Jose, CA, for the inaugural Solar Tech CalSEIA Summit. The welcome mat went out to accomplished renewable energy educator, Boots... - August 17, 2009 - Boots On The Roof
Practical CME Offers Money-Back Guarantee for All Live Medical Aesthetic and Wellness Training Courses
PracticalCME, a leader in post-graduate CME Medical Training for Physicians, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants, announces an industry first Money-Back Guarantee for all of its live CME-accredited training courses. Practical CME offers Medical Aesthetic training courses both live... - August 17, 2009 - PracticalCME
First Tutors: Tutoring Business Booms During Recession
Many graduates, business owners and people who were recently laid off work are turning to tutoring to sustain themselves and their families during these tough times. - August 16, 2009 - First Tutors
New Parent Coaching Institute Audio on Advantages of Parent Coach Certification®
Gloria DeGaetano, Founder and CEO of the Parent Coaching Institute (PCI), discusses five key advantages of the PCI’s Parent Coach Certification® training program in a new eight minute audio message, available on the PCI’s Web site. - August 15, 2009 - Parent Coaching Institute
The Critical Thinking Co.™ Announces the Release of ThinkAnalogy™ Puzzles A1 Software
Enhanced and updated software provides children in Grades 3-5 with challenging, fun activities that develop razor-sharp analogy, word analysis, and vocabulary skills. - August 14, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.
The Critical Thinking Co.™ Announces the Release of Mind Benders Beginning 1 and Beginning 2 Software
Bestselling logic books for toddlers now available as interactive learning adventure for PC & Mac. - August 14, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.
A Survey by MyCollegeOptions.org Shows Dramatic Lack of Understanding About Paying for College
According to an annual study conducted among students in the My College Options College Planning Program, a substantial percentage of students significantly overestimate the cost of college, and dramatically underestimate the amount of financial aid available to them. This survey was conducted... - August 14, 2009 - My College Options®
Newborn Lion Cubs Are the ‘Mane’ Attraction at ZSL London Zoo
Zoo’s first lion cubs for a decade made their debut at a Photocall: Thursday 13th August 2009. Time: 9.20am for 9.30am London Zoo at East Service Gate, Outer Circle, Regent’s Park, NW1 4RY. - August 14, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo
Battling Brides Head to London Zoo
Inspired by the popular Four Weddings series on Living TV. Find out more about ZSL London Zoo as an extraordinary wedding location. - August 13, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo
Literacy Non-Profit Tells Tale of Success with New Early Childhood Course
Read MTI is very excited to introduce it’s new instructional class EC Reading Foundations to the early childhood education community. Repeatedly, research has shown that poor acquisition of foundational early reading skills directly correlates to future literacy failure. Read MTI believes... - August 13, 2009 - Read MTI
Dr. Kathryn Brice Opens Building Quality Communities
Company Helps People Take Part in Community Economic Development - August 13, 2009 - Building Quality Communities
Job Market Demands Foreign Language Skills; Private Language Programs Filling Niche
In a declining job market, career opportunities are still strong for those fluent in two or more languages. Spotting the growing trend, parents are teaching their children a second language earlier than ever before through programs such as Lango - Foreign Languages for Kids. - August 12, 2009 - Intrax Cultural Exchange
MoneyTree YES Challenge “BIG PITCH” Event
Turning Young Aspiring Entrepreneurs’ Dreams into Reality... - August 12, 2009 - MoneyTree
Small World Story: Czech Teddy Bear Finds Its Owner in Michigan
Charity event designed to comfort sick children serves its purpose for Royal Oak family. - August 11, 2009 - Intrax Cultural Exchange
Whipsnade Zoo Trumpets Baby Elephant Birth
Baby Elephant born at Whipsnade Zoo. - August 11, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo
Crabs Feel the Pinch | River Scavengers Under Threat
The “vultures” of our river systems are at risk from extinction, reveals new research published today. The IUCN Red List assessment, led by scientists from the Zoological Society of London and Northern Michigan University discovered that about one sixth of all freshwater crab species are threatened with extinction, with habitat loss and pollution to blame. - August 11, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo
Back-to-School Prompts Families to Consider Education Options
As the school year approaches, many families are exploring and evaluating alternative education options for the upcoming school year. Branson School Online, an accredited public school serving Colorado students in kindergarten through grade 12, offers high-tech, high-touch education and is holding informational events in communities statewide. - August 10, 2009 - Branson School Online
Varsity Tutors Selects New Director for St. Louis Operations
Varsity Tutors has appointed Martha Hicks as the new director of St. Louis operations. - August 10, 2009 - Varsity Tutors
SAT Preparation Group, Parkland, FL, Supports USA Today Article on Value of 30-Point Increase in SAT Score
SAT Preparation Group, a South Florida company that specializes in coaching students how to succeed in the classroom, on the SAT test, and in life, supports a recent article in USA Today titled “Mere 30-point bump on SAT can pay off big.” SAT Preparation Group coaches work closely with... - August 09, 2009 - SAT Preparation Group
SAT Preparation Group, Parkland, FL, Rebrands and Remakes Its Website
SAT Preparation Group, a Florida company based in Parkland, has rebranded and revised its Website, www.PrepSATTest.com. SATPG, whose new tagline is “Beyond tutoring: preparing students for life,” focuses on teaching South Florida students how to succeed both in the classroom and in life. Over the last 10 years, their life skills coaching and peak performance techniques have helped students in Broward and Palm Beach counties achieve SAT score increases that are unprecedented in the industry. - August 09, 2009 - SAT Preparation Group
Child1st Publications Launches Affiliate Program
Child1st Publications recently launched an affiliate program, offering affiliates the option to earn money from their websites or blogs via a link to CFP's online store. - August 08, 2009 - Child1st Publications
New Release of Free Chinese Father's Day Coloring Pictures at Children’s Bookstore
Kids can now download and use the newly released Chinese Father's Day coloring pages. Coloring pages about other Chinese holidays and culture also available. - August 08, 2009 - ChildBook-EliteDresses
ZSL Celebrates Journal's Award Win
ZSL's Journal of Zoology has been named as one of the Top 10 Journals in Biology and Medicine. - August 07, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo
ALISON Welcomes Obama Investment in Free Learning
ALISON, the leading free online interactive workplace learning service, today welcomed the Obama Administration announcement that it is to invest $500 million in the provision of free online learning content. - August 06, 2009 - ALISON
Join the Party Animals at ZSL London Zoo
ZSL London Zoo invite you to Experience the Zoo after dark at Zoo Nights 2009 Friday 7th August, 6.30pm – 10.00pm. - August 05, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo
Mimi Rothschild Announces Results of Beta Testing for Online Contribution Program
Feedback tool for parents producing better-than-expected results. - August 05, 2009 - Mimi Rothschild
ALISON Launches Online IT Skills Training Programme Educating Together to Provide a New Income Source for Libraries, Colleges and Schools
ALISON Educating Together (AET) is an IT skills programme designed to allow organizations with a network of computers available to them such as libraries, colleges and schools to earn income while helping to promote basic IT skills training in their locality. - August 02, 2009 - ALISON
SAT Preparation Group, Parkland, FL, Retains Internet Marketing and Management Group, Coral Springs, FL, for Rebranding and Expansion
SAT Preparation Group, a South Florida company based in Parkland, has retained Coral Springs company Internet Marketing and Management Group to rebrand and expand. SATPG coaches offer classes and tutoring that prepare students to succeed not only on the SAT test, but also in life. Over the last 10 years, their life skills coaching and peak performance techniques have helped students in Broward and Palm Beach counties achieve SAT score increases that are unprecedented in the industry. - August 01, 2009 - SAT Preparation Group
Online MBA Prep Website www.testfunda.com Celebrates One Lakh Users in Just One Year with a Week Long Celebration
Testfunda.com, the leader in Online MBA prep, now celebrates One Lakh registered users on its site within the short span of a year. To commemorate this milestone, www.TestFunda.com is hosting the “TestFunda ONE LAKH Users – A Week of Serious Fun.” - August 01, 2009 - Enabilon Learning PVT Ltd
Young Entrepreneur Featured in New Business Book Tipped to be a Bestseller
Mediaroots Young Founder featured in One of Britain’s best selling international business authors new book; set to help budding entrepreneurs find the courage to set up their own businesses. - August 01, 2009 - Mediaroots Ltd.
RedVector Introduces Webcasts
Webcasts Allow Students to View Previously Recorded Webinars. - July 31, 2009 - RedVector
RedVector Releases New Course in “The University of Tennessee Certificate in Sustainable Design and Green Buildings”
“Green Design: Theory of Complex Levels in Sustainable Design” is the Seventh Course in a Series of Ten. - July 31, 2009 - RedVector
North Brunswick Senior Wins NJCTS Scholarship
New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome Awards 2009 Children's Scholarship to Syed Muzzammil - July 31, 2009 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
102 Educational Institutions Sign Up with SMARTHINKING
SMARTHINKING, Inc. (www.smarthinking.com), the market leader in providing online tutoring and academic support to students, has announced a continued increase in contracts from July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2009. During the last year, 102 educational institutions representing 30 states and three... - July 30, 2009 - SMARTHINKING
English First Seeks Modern Day Marco Polos
English First (EF), the world’s largest language training organization, has launched a search for two teachers to travel the world and share their experiences with EF students as part of a new initiative dubbed The Marco Polo Project. Successful candidates will be based in Shanghai and... - July 30, 2009 - English First
Chiang Mai University TEFL Training Outreach Program Attempts to Improve the Quality of Teacher Training in Southern Thailand
Chiang Mai University TEFL Krabi outreach program has been created with the intention to provide university-quality teacher training in southern Thailand. The course trainers are all university trained course instructors from the program at Chiang Mai University. The Chiang Mai University TEFL... - July 29, 2009 - Chiang Mai University
RedVector Announces Expanded Reseller Program
Program to Provide More Features to More Organizations - July 29, 2009 - RedVector
MoneyTree Young Entrepreneur Start-up (YES) Challenge Judging Session
Top 7 Teams Battle It Out for Funding Opportunities. - July 29, 2009 - MoneyTree
Leading National Tutoring Service, WyzAnt, Launches New Mobile Website
Tutoring service, WyzAnt, has recently launched a new mobile website that allows the company's network of instructors, from calculus to physics tutors, to check e-mail, search for jobs and contact students, all from their mobile devices. - July 28, 2009 - WyzAnt
Parent Coaching Institute Slashes Tuition by $1000 -- Lowest Tuition in Six Years
Family support professionals experience the burden of our nation’s economic woes more than many other professions due to government funding cuts. The leading parent coaching organization, the Parent Coaching Institute (PCI), responds to the needs of these professionals, who are the traditional PCI applicants, by reducing the tuition of its distance learning Parent Coach Certification® Training Program to $4800, a $1000 discount and lowest tuition in six years, offered until August 21, 2009. - July 27, 2009 - Parent Coaching Institute
Englewood Senior Wins NJCTS Scholarship
New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome Awards 2009 Children's Scholarship to Benjamin Miller - July 25, 2009 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
North American Seminars Inc. Introduces a Comprehensive Approach to Breast Cancer Management
North American Seminars Inc. introduces another course in its Cancer Rehabilitation series designed for physical therapists and occupational therapists. This two day course will give therapists everything they need to develop a comprehensive post breast cancer surgery rehabilitation program as well as protocols to develop an exercise program for all cancer patients. - July 23, 2009 - North American Seminars
Win a Tropical Island 7-Night Stay in Belize, an Apple iPod Touch, or $100 in Product from The Critical Thinking Company™ by Using Twitter
The Critical Thinking Co™ invites you to Tweet your way to an exotic, tropical setting - July 23, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.
SAT Preparation Group, Parkland, FL, Gears Up for October 3rd 2009 SATs
SAT Preparation Group, a South Florida company based in Parkland, is gearing up for the SATs, on October 3rd 2009. Students can begin preparing now for maximum success. SATPG coaches offer classes and tutoring that prepare students to succeed not only on the SAT test, but also in life. Over the last 10 years, their life skills coaching and peak performance techniques have helped students achieve SAT score increases that are unprecedented in the industry. For more info, visit www.PrepSATtest.com - July 23, 2009 - SAT Preparation Group
SAT Preparation Group to Offer Group SAT Preparation Lessons in Broward and Palm Beach Counties, FL
SAT Preparation Group, a south Florida company based in Parkland, will offer group SAT preparation lessons in Broward and Palm Beach counties. SATPG coaches offer classes and tutoring that prepare students to succeed not only on the SAT test, but also in life. Over the last 10 years, their life skills coaching and peak performance techniques have helped Florida students achieve SAT score increases that are unprecedented in the industry. For class dates and info, visit www.PrepSATTest.com. - July 23, 2009 - SAT Preparation Group
Healthy Mum – Eggcellent Chicks (Maternal Diet Key to Chick Survival: | ZSL Living Conservation)
Parents who eat their 5-a-day can help protect their chicks against parasites, reveals new research on the New Zealand hihi published today. Scientists identified carotenoids in adult hihi diets as an important ingredient for counteracting the negative effects of the blood sucking mite Ornithonyssus bursa on their chicks. - July 23, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo
Love or Lust? Only Time Will Shell for ZSL London Zoo’s Giant Galápagos Tortoises
SL London Zoo opens its brand new Giants of the Galápagos exhibit. - July 22, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo
Math Analogies Beginning Wins Best Vacation Children’s Product from Dr. Toy
Math Analogies Beginning Among Best Vacation Children’s Products for 2009. - July 22, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.
Clyde and His Messy Room
Originally from South Carolina, JN Prioleau recently published her second children's book titled, Clyde and His Messy. Clyde and His Messy is a story about a little boy that tries to do the right thing like clean his room, but he has a hard time accomplishing this task. This is book 2 in a series... - July 19, 2009 - JN Prioleau
Every Wednesday is TS Day in Pequannock Township
Teen inspires Mayor Jorgensen to declare weekly commemoration in honor of the Tourette Syndrome community. - July 18, 2009 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome